Motivated professional with over 32 years of experience in Executive Leadership, Procurement Expertise, and Financial Analysis, including 24+ years in the Aerospace industry. Robust background in Supplier and Program Management, well-versed in procurement processes and procedures, and Program Management best practices. Demonstrated ability to coach and develop talent, drive group and business results, motivate team members, mentor interns and new employees, delegate responsibilities effectively, adapt to new environments, and establish strategic direction for teams during tenure at Boeing. Proficient in cost/price analysis, financial analysis, auditing, and negotiation techniques and methods. provided valuable insights and solutions that contributed to project success. Strong analytical skills and effective communication demonstrated in team settings.
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JOHN AGYAPONG
Executive Leader
EVERETT,WA
Summary
Overview
28
years of professional experience
Work History
BOEING COMPANY
Supply Chain, Advance Procurement Subject Matter Expert
05.2018 - 11.2024
Job overview
- My primary responsibilities involved working directly with airline customers to address software defects and provide quick resolutions
- I facilitated the entry into service of new airplanes, served as a spare parts price catalog expert, and handled warranty-related issues
- As a project leader on executive reviews and the lead negotiator on contractual positions, I conducted provisioning conferences to supply spare parts to airlines and resolve customer technical concerns
- I also collaborated with Engineering on problem resolution and developed industry-wide solutions
BOEING COMPANY
Supply Chain Business Operations Senior Manager, Supporting VP for Contracts & Sourcing
12.2017 - 05.2018
Job overview
- Provided primary support to the Vice President of Contracts and Sourcing, along with 10 Directors overseeing the procurement of all Boeing commercial aerospace parts
- Responsibilities included hiring eight director analysts, creating a Category Integration team across pillars, and implementing PMBP for the entire organization
- I also led the implementation of a new Obsolescence process and rejuvenated the 787 Partner Managed Inventory process
- I managed the Supply Chain Warranty team, which was responsible for supplier defects and workmanship issues, and mentored and developed employees at all levels
- I fostered a cohesive environment where directors could rely on my knowledge to help them consistently operate at peak performance
BOEING COMPANY
Senior Manager for Change Management / Warranty / Fleet Services / Retrofit Change Management/ New Release
04.2015 - 12.2017
Job overview
- Provided strategic direction to four first-line managers who oversaw a team of 72 Supplier Management employees
- Our focus was primarily on representing all Supplier Management Procurement Agents on the Boeing Commercial Aerospace Warranty Decision Team and Change Boards across all programs
- My team was involved in all aspects of warranty and change management, including costs related to retrofit changes, the disposition of customer warranty claims regarding product design and manufacturing, project schedules and quotes, and special program business offers within the Warranty Decision Team's authority
- I played a key role in the creation of the Warranty Decision Team and the establishment of its current processes
BOEING COMPANY
Warranty Manager / Fleet Services Manager / Retrofit Change Management Manager
03.2011 - 04.2015
Job overview
- Led a team of Supplier Management employees, primarily representing all Supplier Management Procurement Agents on Boeing's commercial aerospace Warranty Decision Team and Change Boards
- My group was involved in all aspects of warranty and change management, including costs associated with retrofit changes, the disposition of customer warranty claims related to product design and manufacturing, project schedules, and quotes
BOEING COMPANY
Procurement Agent – Supplier Management Program Management Office
01.2010 - 03.2011
Job overview
- Review committee and decision authority for matters involving participation in warranty-related costs associated with retrofit changes, the disposition of customer warranty claims related to product design and manufacturing, and warranty-related special program business offers that fall within the Warranty Committee's decision authority
BOEING COMPANY
Operations Procurement Manager – CC/SCS-Fasteners
03.2008 - 01.2010
Job overview
- Managed daily operations of 16 Ops Procurement Agents, serving as the primary contact for the SCA community on all supplier performance issues
- My team supported ERP contract owners, handled emergent requests for part additions and spot buys, validated requirements, and recommended sources
- We conducted rate readiness assessments and supplier program reviews, processed supplier nonconformance notifications and records, and answered queries regarding new programs and derivatives
- Additionally, we coordinated with engineering on specifications, consulted with subject matter experts on Min/Max activities, and maintained proficiency in contract language to engage suppliers on contractual issues
- Our responsibilities also included negotiating and contracting long-term agreements (LTAs), amending LTAs, releasing requests for quotes for part additions and spot buys, and collaborating with contract PAs on various supplier management issues
BOEING COMPANY
Procurement Cost Analyst Manager
11.2006 - 03.2008
Job overview
- Oversaw the daily management of 12 suppliers within the Major Interiors group, handling a total Statement of Work exceeding $180 million annually
- My responsibilities included extracting, analyzing, and preparing reports to measure key supplier and internal performance-to-plan for cost, quality, delivery, efficiency, and compliance
- I evaluated customer technical requirements and managed the entire procurement board process from start to finish, determining an estimate approach and preparing the basis of estimate in collaboration with a procurement agent for negotiations
BOEING COMPANY
Procurement Analyst
06.2005 - 11.2006
Job overview
- Global Partners Export Compliance subject matter expert and Budget Focal for the Program Management Office, I was responsible for organizing, planning, and running all Global Partners Leadership meetings
- Additionally, I managed metrics for Global Partners Diversity and served as a member of the enterprise Supplier Performance System Team
BOEING COMPANY
Procurement Cost Analyst
08.2001 - 06.2005
Job overview
- Managed the daily operations of 11 suppliers, handling a total Statement of Work valued at $68.8 million annually
- As the system manager for the Total Cost Management System (TCMS), I communicated with end users regarding system issues and recommended changes and requirements to the programmer
- In my role as the Division Focal for TCMS, I coordinated division-level meetings to keep staff engaged and informed, created training materials for end users, and instructed over 500 employees
- Additionally, I served as the Division Focal for Financial Health Reviews and meetings, maintained server information, created metrics, and conducted biweekly meetings for POP/RM to keep management updated
- As the Diversity Focal for POP/RM, I collaborated with diversity advocates to forecast targets for 2005
MICROSOFT CORPORATION
Financial Analyst and Team Lead
03.1999 - 07.2000
Job overview
- Oversaw the maintenance of the general ledger, conducted internal audits, and performed cost accounting while ensuring a comprehensive understanding of financial statements
- I prepared and interpreted accounting and financial data to measure the organization's financial condition, managed planning and metrics reports for management, and analyzed financial statements for companies contracted with Microsoft Network to assess their viability
AT & T WIRELESS
Commissions Analyst
12.1996 - 02.1999
Job overview
- Analyzed and interpreted commission contracts for vendors, created and managed the commissions accrual system
- I prepared and interpreted accounting and financial data to assess the financial condition of commission contracts
Education
CITY UNIVERSITY
Master of Business Administration from Finance
University Overview
CENTRAL WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY
BS from Accounting with Specialization in Finance
University Overview
Skills
- Training and mentoring
- Strong analytical skills
- Customer focus
- Creative solutions
- Strategic thinking
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Team building
- Deep expertise
Languages
twi
Native or Bilingual
Interests
- Gym Workouts
- Team Sports
- I participate in high-impact exercises to strengthen core muscles
- participated in 32 Full marathons
Timeline
Supply Chain, Advance Procurement Subject Matter Expert
BOEING COMPANY
05.2018 - 11.2024
Supply Chain Business Operations Senior Manager, Supporting VP for Contracts & Sourcing
BOEING COMPANY
12.2017 - 05.2018
Senior Manager for Change Management / Warranty / Fleet Services / Retrofit Change Management/ New Release
BOEING COMPANY
04.2015 - 12.2017
Warranty Manager / Fleet Services Manager / Retrofit Change Management Manager
BOEING COMPANY
03.2011 - 04.2015
Procurement Agent – Supplier Management Program Management Office
BOEING COMPANY
01.2010 - 03.2011
Operations Procurement Manager – CC/SCS-Fasteners
BOEING COMPANY
03.2008 - 01.2010
Procurement Cost Analyst Manager
BOEING COMPANY
11.2006 - 03.2008
Procurement Analyst
BOEING COMPANY
06.2005 - 11.2006
Procurement Cost Analyst
BOEING COMPANY
08.2001 - 06.2005
Financial Analyst and Team Lead
MICROSOFT CORPORATION
03.1999 - 07.2000
Commissions Analyst
AT & T WIRELESS
12.1996 - 02.1999
CENTRAL WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY
BS from Accounting with Specialization in Finance
CITY UNIVERSITY
Master of Business Administration from Finance
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